Novotel Cardiff Centre

4.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, near Principality Stadium

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Front of property
Bar (on property)
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales, CF10 4RT
  • Cardiff International Arena
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Cardiff Castle
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Principality Stadium
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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Room options

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cardiff

Located in Cardiff City Centre, Novotel Cardiff Centre is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Principality Stadium and Cardiff Bay. This 4-star hotel has 138 guestrooms and offers a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Cardiff International Arena - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cardiff Bay - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cardiff Castle - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Wales Millennium Centre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Principality Stadium - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cardiff Queen Street Station - 11 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bru Coffee & Gelato - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪YO! Sushi - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Place to Eat in John Lewis - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Espresso Bar - John Lewis - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Novotel Cardiff Centre

Hotel with a full-service spa, near Principality Stadium
Novotel Cardiff Centre features a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a gym. If you drive, self parking is GBP 24.00 per night, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for GBP 30 per vehicle one-way. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a conference center, and laundry facilities.
LCD TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, hair dryers, and laptop-compatible safes. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a health club.

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Malay, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Secured self parking on site (GBP 24 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Elements

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (2,259 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 18.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 30 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Secured self parking fee: GBP 24.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Property is also known as

Novotel Cardiff Centre
Novotel Hotel Cardiff Centre
Cardiff Novotel
Hotel Accor Cardiff Centre
Novotel Cardiff Centre Hotel Cardiff
Novotel Cardiff Centre Wales
Novotel Cardiff Centre Hotel
Novotel Cardiff Centre Hotel
Novotel Cardiff Centre Cardiff
Novotel Cardiff Centre Hotel Cardiff

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Novotel Cardiff Centre provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near Novotel Cardiff Centre?

This hotel is situated in Cardiff City Centre within a short 16-minute walk of Principality Stadium and also 20 minutes on foot from Cardiff Bay. You'll also find Cardiff International Arena and St. David's less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Yes, secured parking is offered for GBP 24.00 per night. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

There is a full-service spa at this available for guests to enjoy at this hotel.

Does Novotel Cardiff Centre have a casino?

No, Novotel Cardiff Centre doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Novotel Cardiff Centre?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Novotel Cardiff Centre have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Novotel Cardiff Centre serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Elements.

Does Novotel Cardiff Centre allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Novotel Cardiff Centre for a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay.

Does Novotel Cardiff Centre have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Novotel Cardiff Centre?

The closest major airport to Novotel Cardiff Centre is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is 14.5 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is around 20.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Novotel Cardiff Centre.

Novotel Cardiff Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 429 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 160 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1002 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler

Rip off

Personally the hotel was ok but justifying paying over £500 for a standard room that was not great? I don’t think so, understand rugby is on. But don’t rip people off to that level. Also then paying £24 for parking with no discount, understand again that it’s a different company but no discount for residents and paying that price to stay??
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

TSZ KIT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, high accessibility. So close to the Cardiff bay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sinead

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pavan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coreena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Harvinder Singh

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and myself stayed here for two nights. Easy check-in. The swimming pool was clean and nice to have . The bar and restaurant was clean and the staff were very helpful. Especially Anthony and Sabina. Breakfast was nice and plenty of choice. Our room was on the 4th floor. Which was nice and clean. Would definitely recommend and stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Staff were great and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

First visit to Cardiff

A small walk from the city centre but ideal for parking and public transport not far away for those unable to walk far. Nice bar on site with good selection of drinks
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ainsley

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness

Good location

Great location for Cardiff centre being a short walk away. Car park is very expensive. Drinks and food overpriced. Reception and bar staff very helpful. Gym and pool very good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent made our stay very comfortable they couldn't do enough
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Carole

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Could do with some TLC

Bit run down. All over hotel really. Shame. Had an enjoyable stay though.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

On chatting terms with the silverfish in the room!

The located is good. We have stayed in the hotel before but this time the rooms were clean on the surface but old, tired and grubby in the corners. The bathroom smelt damp and there were silverfish. There was old black gum on the carpets. Not great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harvinder Singh

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Entrance barrier to car park was broken. Bug found in bath. Heating wasn't working - replacement one offered would have done well to heat the inside of my car, let alone a hotel room. Booked an Executive Room for our Anniversary in which was no different to a normal room, maybe more floor space? No towels or robes for use of Spa. Faulty key to room. The staff however were extremely helpful but felt bad for them as we had so many issues!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Quiet but basic

Quite a basic option for accommodation. Unfortunately the sofa bed our daughter was sleeping in was stained and when we complained we were offered towels to cover it with which personally I didn’t feel was a satisfactory solution. The towels also had a really odd smell, as did the shower gel / hand wash provided so it was hard to feel ‘clean’ whilst there. The room was lovely and quiet though which was a bonus
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025